Monday, September 21, 2015

Car Profiles - BAIC A1 Sedan

BAIC A1 SEDAN

Hate something without a trunk? Then this A1 is the pick. While it has a boot, it does not have the sun roof, front fog lamps, auto on/off headlamps, and rain sensing wipers of the hatchback sibling, despite the price premium.

The Good: Practical
The Bad: Less equipment than hatchback

Price Range: P665,000-P780,000
Our Rating: ***

Last Update: September 21, 2014


OWNERSHIP DETAILSA115 ComfortA113 Comfort
PriceP780,000P665,000
Warranty3 Years or 100,000kms3 Years or 100,000kms
ENGINE SPECS
Engine4A91S 1.5 DOHC 16V I44A90M 1.3 DOHC 16V I4
Horsepower111hp @ 5,600-6,000rpm98hp @ 5,600-6,000rpm
Torque143Nm @ 4,000rpm124Nm @ 4,000rpm
Fuel TypeGasoline/93 OctaneGasoline/93 Octane
Fuel SystemVVT EGRVVT EGR
Transmission4-Speed Automatic5-Speed Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity45 Liters45 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length4,310mm4,310mm
Width1,720mm1,720mm
Height1,500mm1,500mm
Wheelbase2,500mm2,500mm
Curb Weight1,535kg1,505kg
Body Style4-Door Sedan4-Door Sedan
Engine/Drive TypeFront Engine/Front Wheel DriveFront Engine/Front Wheel Drive
Seating55
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front SuspensionMcPherson Strut with Lateral Stabilizer BarMcPherson Strut with Lateral Stabilizer Bar
Rear SuspensionH Type Torsion BeamH Type Torsion Beam
Front BrakesVentilated DiscVentilated Disc
Rear BrakesDrumDrum
Tires185/65 R14175/65 R14
Wheels14 Inch Alloy14 Inch Steel with Cover
SAFETY
Airbags22
Anti-Lock BrakesYes, with Electronic Brakeforce DistributionYes, with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Traction/Stability ControlNoneNone
Other Safety FeaturesNoneHigh Mount Stop Lamp
EXTERIOR
Fog LampsRearRear
Other Exterior FeaturesAdds: NoneSide Mirror Signal Repeaters
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel AdjustmentTiltTilt
Steering Wheel MaterialUrethaneUrethane
Seating AdjustmentManualManual
Seating MaterialFabricFabric
Other Interior FeaturesAdds: Cooling Glove Box, 60/40 Fold Rear SeatIntegrated Fold Rear Seat
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power AmenitiesSteering, Windows, Door Locks, MirrorsSteering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors
Climate ControlManualManual
Audio SystemAM/FM/CD/MP3/WMA/AUX/USBAM/FM/AUX/USB
Speakers44
Steering Wheel ControlsNoneNone
AlarmYesYes
Keyless EntryYesYes
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